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Originally Posted by HBRod
I feel that since I need to improve my driving skills I want to have the car be better handling than I am capable of driving currently. I want to grow into it so to speak. Like having the right tools for the job, starting with a good foundation will allow me to improve my skill set without trying to make major changes to the car once it's on the road. Then, should I get better and feel the need to make chassis changes I'll have a better basis for what will be next..
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Up till about a year ago I rode dirt bikes. Ton of fun! When I first started looking to buy a bike, I was like you. Which one is the best? It took me awhile to realize they are all basically the same and totally different at the same time. lol Like suspension, you can't just go out and test drive them all. So you're kind of in the unknown zone and very dependent on the opinion of others. Tough place to be when trying to make an expensive decision. It's a gamble for sure. My suggestion is while you are searching for the right car, head out to as many events, that have an autocross, as possible. Take a decent helmet with you and ask people if you can ride along. Ride is everything you can....AND I MEAN EVERYTHING!!! After awhile you'll start to see the differences between the mild and wild suspension setups. (try not to look so much at the car) Don't focus on just one car. Get info on setups and find the commonality amongst them for those you are impressed with. It's a fun way to get a feel for what's right for you and make a few new friends along the way.
Something else to keep in mind is that these cars are anything but cheap to build. I suggest putting a build sheet together now. Every item you can think of right down to the smallest bling. Then start pricing everything out. It's a pain in the butt, but....it will save you a lot of money and headache in the long run. You may find balance in ways you haven't thought of yet.
